The prose style of Eagleton Question: Discuss Eagleton’s prose style. Introduction The style is not mere decoration. It is rather a way of searching and explaining the truth. Its purpose is not to impress, but to express. Since Terry Eagleton…
The features of good poetry Question: Discuss the characteristic features of good poetry. Introduction Matthew Arnold (1822-1888) is a prominent English poet and critic of the twentieth century. He has brought a revolution to the world of English literature with…
Poetry is the criticism of life Question: Discuss the term “poetry is the criticism of life”. Or, evaluate Arnold’s theory or definition of poetry. Introduction One of the most prestigious forms of writing is poetry. It is an art that…
The vices of authority to be avoided Question: What are the vices of authority to be avoided according to Bacon? Introduction Francis Bacon (1561-1626) is considered the father of English modern prose because of his extraordinary talent for writing prose.…
The character of the Clergyman depicted by Steele Question: How does Steele portray the character of the Clergyman? Introduction Richard Steele (1672- 1729) is the is the literary collaborator of the daily magazine ” The Spectator” that lasted in 1711-1712…
Ironical religious activities of Sir Roger Question: What ironies do you find in the religious activities of Sir Roger? Introduction Joseph Addison (1672-1719) is a famous writer in the history of English essays. Sir Roger is one of the well-known…
Short note on Sir Roger de Coverley Question: Write a short note on Sir Roger de Coverley. Introduction Richard Steele (1672-1729) is an Irish writer, playwright, and co-founder of the magazine ” The Spectator (a daily publication founded by Joseph…
Johnson compares Cowley and Milton as a poet Question: How does Johnson compare Cowley and Milton as a poet? Introduction Dr. Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) is considered the father of the English Dictionary and shown his genius in the criticism “Preface…
Strengths and limitations of Cowley as a poet Question: What are Cowley’s strengths and limitations as a poet? Introduction Doctor Samuel Johnson wrote a collection of biographies of fifty-two poets. Among them, the ”Life of Cowley” is the critical observation…
The mercantile policy of the East India Company Question: Discuss the mercantile policy of the East India Company? Introduction Edmund Burke (1729-1797) is an Anglo-Irish statesman, author, orator, and political philosopher. In his famous speech ” Speech on East India…
Short note on the British East India Company Question: Write a short note on the British East India Company? Introduction There are many East India Company among them the British East India Company is a very much remarkable and influential…
The Revenue collection policy of East India Company Question: Write a note on the Revenue collection policy of East India Company? Introduction Edmund Burke(1729-1797) is a famous writer and statesman in the history of English literature. In his well-known speech…
The intention of the East India Bill Question: What was the intention of the East India Bill? Introduction Edmund Burke‘s (1729-1797) speech on the ”East India Bill” (1783) is considered the Magna Charta of Hindustan. This speech was immense and…
The objections against the Speech on East India Bill Question: What are the objections raised against the ”Speech on East India Bill”? Introduction Edmund Burke (1729-1797) is an Irish orator and statesman who has raised some objections during he had…
Bacon gives practical advice to the readers Question: What practical advice does Bacon give to the readers? Introduction Francis Bacon (1561-1626) is one of the prose writers in the history of English literature especially in the field of essays. He…
A family leads a peaceful and disciplined life Question: How can a man having a family lead a peaceful and disciplined life? Introduction Francis Bacon (1561-1626) is the great master of practical wisdom in the field of English essays. His…
The epic qualities in Davideis Question: What are the epic qualities found in Davideis? Or, discuss Davideis as an epic. Introduction An epic or a heroic poem is a long narrative poem based on a serious subject matter. “The Davideis”…
Question: Discuss the strengths and limitations of Cowley as a poet. Introduction Dr. Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) is the most powerful critic of English literature. In his appraisal of Cowley, Johnson distributes both praise and blame. Strengths of Cowley as a…